2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Citi (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2008 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
